@barksdalegroup
Stephen McGillivray
@barksdalegroupArlington, VAJoined April 2026
Practical compensation strategy for mid-market companies that have outgrown guesswork.
About
Stephen McGillivray is the founder of The Barksdale Group, an independent compensation consulting practice based in Arlington, Virginia. With 16+ years of experience spanning Mercer, Korn Ferry, defense and aerospace contracting, high-growth technology, and international nonprofits, he builds the compensation infrastructure that mid-market companies and PE portfolio companies need but rarely have. He holds an MBA in Finance and Consulting from William & Mary.
Available for
Consulting engagements, fractional work, freelance opportunities.
